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Re: Update Request using a Form
I agree! Having the ability to customize the forms in an update request is critical from our user experience. Our column headers are fine for general awareness the helper text has more context so people can review and respond correctly. Even having the ability where the help text is included in the update request workflow automation would get us closer to what we need.
Emily Miller
Dashboard Width
Why is the width of the dashboard constrained? It seem to at best only use 2/3's of a typical HD screen.
When can we expect some upgrades to the dashboard layout and tools. It is very clunky and has very little in the way of options for formatting?
Bill Brandt
Re: Happy New Year: Community Corner Newsletter [January 2024]
My favorite accomplishment of 2023 was getting married! ❤️
Rachel Martin
Re: Rich Text formatting in cells
Glad to see this is on the roadmap. Since you asked, some specific examples and use cases for our firm:
Obviously - highlighting specific text within a cell by BOLD, COLOR, italics, strikethrough, etc...
Adding a hyperlink in a cell, and not having to set the entire cell as a hyperlink. And having more than one hyperlink in a cell.
The ability to do all of that via formulas... either by setting the format IN the formula, or by passing the formatting of the referenced cell(s) so that when concatenated, the text takes on all the individual formats. And vice versa, the ability to override the formatting coming from the referenced cell.
And speaking of formulas...
- The ability
- to add bullets
- and carriage
- returns
- in a formula
Use case example 1 - intake tickets - since current form limitations require a separate column for each form field dropdown, my intake form has about ~20 'helper' columns. The selections are concatenated back into a 'summary' column. That summary has no contextual hierarchy. I use ">" between parts so it looks like this (except without the "." because this field thinks I am quoting)
Issue .> Autocad .> Cannot open file .> Tried Self Help: Yes .> [filepath]
or
Request .> Filesharing folder .> [Project Name] .> [Expiration Date] .> [Owner] .> [Users]
When it would look like
- Request: Fileshare
- Project: [Name]
- Expiration: [date]
- Owner: [name]
- Users: [names]
Use case example 2: We have a status update report that collects information from various sheets and summarizes for our clients. The ability to pass it through into something easier to read would be a great help.
So instead of
Key milestones this week: [text string], [text string], [text string], [text string]
I could get
Key Milestones this week:
- text string
- text string with key info highlighted
- text string
I am sure some of this is possible if I set up helper columns, helper sheets, cross sheet references, vlookup formulas and indexing all tied to a dashboards with cross linking derivative equations...
or I could just use rich text in the cell 😁
In summary, I would be very happy to be able to do everything I can do in this community post for formatting... and wouldn't even ask for the embedded image part. Maybe next year for that...
Tim Starkey
Re: Indent/Outdent Rows not showing on Reports and Dashboards
It would be great if this could be realized. I have the same issue/request.
Mario W.
Automate reminders for Update Requests
I would like the ability to automate reminders for pending Update Requests where the user has not yet responded. When the user submits the update request, the reminders would stop. Ideally it could be built into Automations to select pending update requests and send a reminder after X days or within X days of a due date, with the original update request link. Another option would be to have a resend option in the Update Request options dropdown. Thanks!
Adelina
Re: January Question of the Month 💭 Join the conversation and receive a badge
My focus for 2024 is to do more for me. More time in nature, more photography, more movement.
cvarela
Re: January Question of the Month 💭 Join the conversation and receive a badge
Happy New Year SmartSheet Community!
My overarching goal of 2024 is to manage my spare time more efficiently. Reflecting back on 2023, there were so many goals I had created for myself, but did not achieve because I did not manage my spare time effectively.
This year, I am set in stone with planning the things I would like to do using the SMART method, whether it is creating one SmartSheet solution per month, saving a certain amount of money per paycheck, or even trying a new baking recipe every other weekend. Being able to measure and monitor the activities I would like to pursue will help provide a sense of small achievements and as well as the ability to scale my bandwidth.
But with setting time management goals comes sacrificing less productive leisure activities such as spending time on social media or giving up specific shopping habits. Overall, the key is to remain consistent and resilient while tracking the progression!
Happy 2024! :)
DesireeJones
Happy New Year: Community Corner Newsletter [January 2024]
Wow, what a full circle moment since I authored the first Community Corner newsletter EVER back in March of 2023! Now, we’re in a brand new year, and I’m so excited to start things off with a bang as we look back before we charge forward. Thanks to @Marcela for doing great work in the December issue.
Remember to scroll all the way to the bottom where I’ll share one of my favorite accomplishments from 2023, but in the meantime, let’s dive into all things Smartsheet Community. ⬇️
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Overachiever's Motivation Mix
The Smartsheet Overachievers are here to give you the songs that will keep you going and keep you achieving! Here’s what’s on the playlist right now.
“On ‘Pearls,’ not only does Jessie Ware's voice soar, but the crisp disco drums, tight bassline and ascending instrumentation all fly together to make my head waggle and my tail wave. No matter where I'm at or how many folks are around me, I bust loose every time the chorus hits!”
- @Kyle Chipman, Chief Process Officer at Chipman Design Architecture
Bonus note: Kyle also uses Smartsheet to index his physical media collection, including vinyl, DVDs, and games. 🙌
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More about me
You made it to the end of the newsletter! Before you go, I’d love to share with you one of my favorite achievements of 2023.
I live in San Diego, California, where we’re spoiled with amazing hikes and nature. For so long, I had wanted to try the Three Sisters Falls hike, but avoided it because it had the reputation of being extremely challenging. It’s only just over 4 miles, but declines on the way to gorgeous waterfalls. This means the way back is one brutally steep incline with no shade and scalding temperatures most months. Just in 2023 alone, there were 24 helicopter or medical rescues!
Happy to report that I finally decided to go for it in November. We got lost on the way there, adding hours to our travel time. I ran out of both water bottles I brought, and I got so dizzy during the last 30 minutes that I thought I’d have to give up. Took a lot of grit - but I did it! And I can’t wait to NEVER do it again. 🤣
The next time you feel like you’re stuck, whether it’s on a trail or while building a formula, remember that you’re not alone. On my hike, my friend Lynnea was an awesome supporter, and I hope that’s what you find here. Cheers to figuring it out together in Community!
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Alison C.
SELL OUT UPDATE [Virtual event] Register now for Jumpstart 2024 with Community 🥳
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Hey Smartsheet Community, 2024 is here, and we’re excited to kick off the year in style with a FREE hour-long virtual event for all registered Smartsheet Community Members and peak humans!
Other than great music and energy, you can expect:
- Mingling with other members from all over the world, including Community Champions
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- Chances to win prizes, and more!
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Let's celebrate all the wins of 2023 while looking ahead at what's possible. See you there!
Rebeca S.